I own a 206 sw and the paintwork is beautiful, no issues asides from a few scratches, ac works wonders, very comfortable, got mine for 1200 and it was very well looked after, 2006 206 sw does also have electric windows and fog lights, must be driving a crappy not looked after 206
Some are indeed still well looked after. Electric windows and fog lights aren't exactly high spec at the time the 206 was made. The 306 (older) had better spec with base models ... Which I think is the comparison I made here. Go see my comparative video with the 10 reasons you should own one... I try to be balanced 😁🐖👍
@@PiggyPower watched that one before this one, honestly, pretty solid cars, I had a crash in mine and still managed to repair it by hand with 0 experience, super simple engine on the 1.4 hdi verve, in love...
@@PiggyPower seriously? I've found it quite easy to work on with 0 mechanic experience before hand, done electrics, changed filters, fixed air locks, wiper problems, alternator replacement, map sensor replacement with just a general knowledge of where everything is... very keen to drive the GTi models, look very fun for rally
I’d argue that the paint work issues are the manufacturers fault rather than owners - Citroen/Peugeot vehicles of a similar age often seem to suffer with clear coat/lacquer peel and it seems aggravated by pressure washing. My 55 plate red berlingo was a show queen for this.
Right it has been a mystery for me for a long time, then i heard about safety regulations in the 90's that modified drastically the paint composition and its durability, it's very common to see some 15 to 20 yo cars with the clear coat completely gone. There was the same problem with electronics when the 2002 RoHS ( European directive) banned some materials like lead on welds making them less reliable.
I drive a couple thousand miles a week in my 1.4 hdi, it's not comfy, but my Fiat Panda was so much worse. My AC needs regassing, my chassis is rusting and the turning circle is horrendous. The car is so loud in the motorway, and I've added soundproofing to it. It's a love hate relationship with my car, but it's my car, and I've driven so much worse. I'll be retiring mine this year to my younger brother or 4x4 project (not decided yet), but I'll tell you this: its my second 206, and boy I'm jealous of then Iranian models, in fact I almost bought one and drove it back but lock down happened. However, it's my car, and having a great connection to a car matters and nothing else. Heck, my favourite car is the seicento and they're lacking more than the 206. I've gone on abit so I'll end with 1 notable point about your video... *YOUR VIDEO HAD VOLVO ADS ON EVERY AD BREAK*
Interesting that you say you're jealous of the Iranian version of the 206 because from my knowledge those cars are mostly built on horrendously cheap Chinese knock off parts due to the sanctions. In fact almost everyone in Iran were on a hunt for French manufactured 206s from what I remember
Probably paintwork and rear axle are common problem in uk, i live in italy and my 206 from 2003 and around 190k kilometers (120k miles) has no problem in the rear axle, ac works from 2003 super nice and really cool, the paint is perfect, has no peeling at all. BUT i agree with low spec and, as my point of view, i like the rough feeling of the car, with little to no sound dampening from the outside, it makes kinda enjoyable for a ride, but it's all personal, i agree with it. Nice video!
vw newbeetle, fiat 500, smart, chevrolet matiz, those are really girly cars. 206 is like a normal car a little bit more in touch with its feminine side, but not flat out girly. Most people i see driving it here in athens greece are dudes.
@@PiggyPower I think the Europeans are obviously a lot more comfortable in their metrosexuality too. There's a reason most of them in the UK haven't been looked after....
All good points that put me off replacing my 106 with a 206. I would add thick front pillars and short suspension travel. The 203 204 & 205 were known for comfortable suspension, so the 206 suspension was disappointing.
I dont think the 206 was BAD for suspension, the non sporty ones are super comfy... but they compromised... the 203/204 handled so badly! 205 was a bit better... but I dont think PSA did a BAD job considering the 206 weighed a LOT more than the 205...and was far safer too because of it
Nearly 2 years ago, I bought a cheap Y reg 206 2.0 HDi GLX. It had some issues that meant it died but my god did that car have charm. I’m tempted to get another. It would need to be either a 2.0 HDi or a GTi for me to do it.
@@PiggyPower There was diesel leaking from the tank and the previous owner lied about getting the cam belt done. You can guess what happened after that lol
I had a 1.4 verve I paid £550 was a decent car for the most part but I found all about the lift off oversteer which ended with the car hitting a verge at about 30mph still came off a lot better than I thought it would
@@PiggyPower Yes I was okay threw the bumpers in the boot and drove home, there a decent little car for all there faults and cheap motoring. Enjoyed watching great video👍
@@PiggyPower South Africa actually! I love the car so much, it's actually a hand-me-down from my father, because I just started driving. Some of your points didn't apply to my car, but the A/C certainly does act up like you said, and the paint looks horrendous, so I'm definitely getting it resprayed soon. Also the CD player died so I'm replacing it with a Kenwood.
I raced in the 206GTI series with the Track Attack Club. We ran coil-overs on the front with Gaz Golds on the rear and used NS-2R tyres and they weren't too bad. I also raced a 306GTI and should never have sold it. It was a great handling car once it had modified suspension on it with upper and lower chassis braces to the front end. The 138bhp engine is just under-powered though. As a cheap race car, it ticked teh boxes.
Yeah I bet it was a riot! I think it was a massive shame they used the 138bhp engine ... The 180 is far better all round. 306GTi is also better of course in everything haha ...getting another one day?
@@PiggyPower if you want to see a proper race 306gti, look out for Chris Bassett's one. PUg-1-off full race engine, Quaife 05 gearbox, fibreglass boot and bonnet. It wins anythng he races against and he is a good driver. My one needed the f/g boot at the very least and the Pug-i-off 198bhp conversion. I had to give up racing last year after 47 years due to osteoporosis. I now need 2 new knees. If i was still racng, I might get another, but.... Learnt a lot about 306's from your You Tube vids. Loved the humourous style of them. I agree that the 180bhp engined 06 would have been better but it was all about getting out racing as cheaply as possible.
I've been on the fence about buying the 2004 206 xs AT. the only problem is parking space is very sparse here, and where I live there's no rentable parking space. parking on street is forbidden.
I commented on your last video on 10 reasons why you need to buy 206. And I just bought 206 as my very first car. And I don't have issues with the paint work at all. Mine is red just like yours. Also, my AC works pretty well in tropical weather in Indonesia. FYI, the spare parts are quite expensive compared to Japanese cars here.
@@PiggyPower The major issue of peugeot or any european car in Indonesia is the price of spare part that is expensive and also the selling price that will go down big time. For example, with the same budget to buy 206 2003, it's the same price for Corolla 85' in here. European car has its own little community here LOL
Mostly good and fair points. Mine must be a needle in a haystack then. Got fully working AC on mine, there's a recharge sticker from 2 years ago, must have just got too hot in the summer for them then. Would also like to add on last point, everything feels quite cheap and the doors sound like a tin can.
As a 206 owner, here is my answer (cannot make it shorter, sorry): 1. Yeah, the paint was probably manufacturer's fault. My engine hood is pealing badly and above front and rear wheels paint is peeling completely to metal. At least it won't rust although the tires threw plenty of salt that is used on road during winter. I have to repaint it almost completely, but I am not sure if the issue will happen again. Worst thing is that I have seen many 206s and I am the only one that faces problems with paint. 2. Well, not all of 206s are ugly, especially facelift models. Mine was ugly when it had older bumper that was used since 1998 (it was even seen on facelift that had no fog lights). Weirdly, mine has plenty of hidden options like an option with electric mirrors and front fog lights. Found an RC front bumper and it looks beautiful. And yeah, SW is ugly as hell. 3. To be honest, I have the AC in my 206. I have just tested it if it works and, surprisingly, it does. Although I never use it. I just open window and issue is solved. 4. My 206 is really comfortable. The only issue is the legroom between the rear and front seats. The space is really small, but at least, both front and rear seats are very comfortable. 5. Well, speaking of driver position, I found nothing bad, probably due to my model that is with LHD. And yeah, don't wear big shoes or you may accidentally press brake and gas at the same moment. 6. Well, my 206 understeer a few times. Surprisingly, it never oversteered, not sure how, but I can sometimes feel one of the rear tires coming off the ground sometimes when I try to avoid a car, yikes 😬. I hope that I don't end bad. 7. Yeah, it is mostly for girls, but even mens like it. To be honest, I like it as well, that's why i bought it. 8. Well, it's true. It was once hit on front right fender, then on a rear right panel underneath the tail light. It was damaged with the previous owner. To be honest, I wouldn't buy it at all, but since I know about the car body repairing and plenty of things, I bought it. 9. I had that issue, the rear right wheel went curvy and was scraping inside. Found the used one from SW, but I felt bad for not keeping the strut bars with it. At least, it's better. Everyone will say that the rear axles are really bad. I can confirm it as well. Repairs here is more expensive than the used rear axle, which is even bad. 10. Well, I have nothing bad here as well. My 206 has auto headlights, AC, 4x airbag (some 206s didn't had passenger airbag and front fog lights. I have a plan to add electric mirrors since I found the installation and will add the cruise control. Hope it ends great.
What’s your general view of Peugeot put together cars ? I have a 2003 Peugeot partner 2000cc but no experience with them.Are they reliable and ok made ?
I have 206sw made in England (Ryton} and I have not any problem with paint. My is icecoldblue metalic. For me 207sw are ugliest then 206sw. About driver position You are right. You siting on the wrong site of car. The right position for a driver is left :-D (english is funny language).
Lacquer peel is due to mistreating imo. I think 206 is really good looking and quite timeless. Check other 18yr old cars. 206 no rust, petrol ohvs abs cinch to look after even with someone with little ability like me. Regularly go to Cornwall in daughters 2005 1.1. 50mpg. Comfort fine except pedal off set..I love old French cars. See how many fiestas and Cora’s there are left that aren’t rotting off their chassis.
I don't have any of the problems that you have said....🤣🤣 mine is a GTI not standard but VERY well looked after a daily driver washed once to twice a week .. shame I can't put some pics on here....😅😅
It does look girly though 🤪😜 and that rear axle will bite you 🤪 and it's still a bit sparce of features even as a GTi.... However... Have you seen the sister video to this one? 🤔👍🐷
My wife loves her 22 year old ‘girlie’ 206! Much like yours! And, like your wife’s car, ours is red and peeling, or should that be unapeeling? The actual bodywork is sound, rustwise, but she just looks tired (the car, not my wife!!!). I agree on the lack of spec, inside. It’s almost like the bigwigs at PooJoe tried to get away with the minimum amount of ‘toys’ possible. Ours was bought secondhand, from a dealer, only 18 months old and yes, the AirCon was NOT WORKING! That can’t be down to lazy/bad ownership, more like crap manufacturing! Ours is still a reliable little workhorse though, being a 1.9 diesel, and serves as a useful backup to our gas-guzzling Jeep! Yes the styling is a bit bland, but it’s typical of those Euroboxes, probably designed using a spreadsheet on a Friday afternoon, just before heading off to the local Bistro!
@@PiggyPower I own a 206 Roland Garros (so it has ALL the potentially problematic electronics possible) 1.6 90hp, from 1999. 222.800km on the clock. Every electric equipment work fine including AC and it hasn't been replaced interestingly enough. Even the clutch is stock, though it's gonna need a replacement soon. It really does depend on how the car was cared for I'd say. The gearbox though... The MA gearboxes are not great. Mine's synchros are a bit tired, when shifting from 1st to 2nd (or the other way around) it tends to "block" for a second or so. You get used to it though.
My first car was a 206 xsi with the tu5 engine that got handed down to me! It also had both auto wipers and auto headlights and the AC worked 😂 I put all the gti bits on it to make it look a bit better and a new sway bar axle with bilstein b8’s! I loved it for the 2 years I drove it so much so it’s still parked round the back of the house many cars later!
I think looks-wise they got them pretty good, certainly the best looking car in that design range anyway. I reckon you're on point with most of the rest though but HGF in the TU engine ones is a real turn off which I think could have got an honourable mention.
@@PiggyPower the other cars that used that design language so, 207, 307 etc. The cars before that (306, 406, 106) actually used the 205 / 405 design origin.
The '06 range was a total redesign! Especially the 306 which had very little at all in common with the 309. . So comparing it to the 207/307, I can't agree with I'm afraid. Totally different design/generation. There was a 5 year overlap with the 106/306 and the 206. Admittedly it did bridge the gap between the '06s and '07s but the 206 had very little in common at all with the 207, other than a couple of engines.
@@PiggyPower I think you need to go back and look at the phase 1 cars dude, if you’re seriously saying you can’t see the design cues from the 205 phase 2 and 405, well … What can I say! The 406 phase 1 even looks like the 605 which is again, taken from the 205 era cars, the 206 is certainly the genesis of future car design at Peugeot.
If you're talking about exterior cosmetics, yes, 206 was different to the 306/106 for sure. I agree. Most other things though were still very much 06 generation.
Have owned two used 206s since 2011, both 2005 models. Very happy with solid body that still has dedisn appeal.. Consumption around 5.2 L/100km. Both had to have cylinder head gasket job. I suspect reason being I toppep up with water without antifreeze additive. This could have hastened corrosion of gasket?
Because, for instance for the last 3 years, we've had very hot and humid summers.... Plus air conditioning is not, as most assume, for summer only. It takes the moisture out of the interior which dramatically speeds up the anti fogging of the inside of windows and prevents it all together once cleared. (Ideal in rainy damp weathers)
One of the best looking cars they made, hence why they sold in the millions. I personally had lots of issues when compared to the 106 but it was a cheap car to start with. Not sure why your try to compare with a new? Go and drive a different brand of the same age 😂
I'm not comparing it to new cars? 🤔 I don't remember doing so on the video anyway! They sold in millions as they were super cheap and practical... Obviously looks/style is 100% to do with preference ... I don't think the 206 is worst car ever to look at... For sure... Just not the best styled. Way too frumpy. Like a big blob if melted clay 😂
Oh really? We've had a few and never once had electrical issues I have to say. I don't hear of too many with the 206 to be honest unless they've got very wet
@@PiggyPower I live so far away the very very north of Scotland. My 207 gti isn't standard by any means. I think it would give off a biased opinion of the range.
I hate all 207s... so I dont think it would be biased hahaha! Happy fun motoring up there! Scotland is my favourite go to place to chill and relax each winter!
@@gergohicz6136 all the engines had major flaws. This repair bills always seem so expensive. heavy compared to the 206. Not the best build quality. Very big for a small hatch too. Comfy as a daily though I imagine.
honestly u ppl don't know how to make cars look good its actually a really good car at least in Iran. we tune these cars there's like 1000 modes for it in here it isn't a weird car at all u just need a truck sht u look too old for a hatchback better go get a Camry 😂😂 its a car that even a kid can work on! its easy to fix and if you get the parts this car can easily go 300k miles with proper oil change
I agree with all 10 reasons. Oh and I once knew a good mechanic that swapped his 306 for a 206, and he was not a girly soy boy type either. I could not understand why he did this, although there was talk of him getting a BMW 1 Series so maybe he just let his wife have the 206 (probably!).
Most of your reply comments are very good comments about the 206 speaks for itself that! the only rust you get is if the surface paint is broken by damage you see loads of year 2002 still on the road thay look great if they rusted badly they would not still be on the road the mot tests would fail them! can't say that about a lot of modern cars my 2002 car has no abs but the brakes do the job in that year a lot of cars had no abs I had a 206 1.4 before that it had abs which was better but the 1100 brakes no abs work fine with speed limits the under sealing is very good mine is very good as your reply comments say love this car ! You already said the cars no good what's the point of watching another video of you changing your mind on the car ? but I'll watch it anyway I like a bit of back peddling it's funny lol it's a great car 🚗 you like it or hate it you clearly don't like it millions do 😊
You have no idea what your talking about there great cars and nothing wrong with the paint work and mines silver still looks like brand new and 22 years old still going strong try looking after your car don't agree at all get yours a service at last a nice looking little car
Have you seen the sister video to this yet? Or seen any other videos on my channel? ... Maybe worth doing so before you judge the Pig. PS silver didn't suffer badly at all actually and was a good lasting paint. Many other did not suffer the same fate.
@@PiggyPower the cars don't rust and ask any machanic like me if maintained there a very good car people knock french cars mostly say the electrics are rubbish but I've always found this car has always been good can't knock the car it's always got me home even when the warning light came on for the odd faulty sensor or fuel injector or whatever which happens to all cars I would have this car any day I've never had a car with such good body work it's only 1100cc and still after 22 years runs like a new one and looks like one underneath it brilliant no rust it's very comfortable ok for boot room I have watched enough of your videos with just that one video thanks anyway
Watch the other video where I give many reasons to own a 206. If you don't, they you're just being close minded. Fyi; they do rust. Look out for it, when you find it, they've often rusted deeper. I've been working on Peugeots now 20yrs. I've seen it all. Hence why I did TWO videos, one FOR and one AGAINST. Watch them both before judging the hard work that goes into these videos.
I own a 206 sw and the paintwork is beautiful, no issues asides from a few scratches, ac works wonders, very comfortable, got mine for 1200 and it was very well looked after, 2006 206 sw does also have electric windows and fog lights, must be driving a crappy not looked after 206
Some are indeed still well looked after. Electric windows and fog lights aren't exactly high spec at the time the 206 was made. The 306 (older) had better spec with base models ... Which I think is the comparison I made here. Go see my comparative video with the 10 reasons you should own one... I try to be balanced 😁🐖👍
@@PiggyPower watched that one before this one, honestly, pretty solid cars, I had a crash in mine and still managed to repair it by hand with 0 experience, super simple engine on the 1.4 hdi verve, in love...
@FallaXX Kudos. Well done. Yeah easy to work on. Ironically the 1.4hdi is one of the more complex! Try the 1.1 or 1.4 petrol, super super simple
@@PiggyPower seriously? I've found it quite easy to work on with 0 mechanic experience before hand, done electrics, changed filters, fixed air locks, wiper problems, alternator replacement, map sensor replacement with just a general knowledge of where everything is... very keen to drive the GTi models, look very fun for rally
For basic maintenance it's ok... But if you ever tried working on the easier engines... You'd realise how annoying the designer was for the hdi
I’d argue that the paint work issues are the manufacturers fault rather than owners - Citroen/Peugeot vehicles of a similar age often seem to suffer with clear coat/lacquer peel and it seems aggravated by pressure washing. My 55 plate red berlingo was a show queen for this.
Pressure washing, automated car washers and no wax = lacquer peel. Happens on all cars of that era that aren't cared for ...not just Pugs!
Right it has been a mystery for me for a long time, then i heard about safety regulations in the 90's that modified drastically the paint composition and its durability, it's very common to see some 15 to 20 yo cars with the clear coat completely gone. There was the same problem with electronics when the 2002 RoHS ( European directive) banned some materials like lead on welds making them less reliable.
I just bought one... Love it! So far so good! I live in Trinidad and tobago
Awesome! Go see my 10 reasons you should buy and you'll see I do like them a bit!! Have fun!
I drive a couple thousand miles a week in my 1.4 hdi, it's not comfy, but my Fiat Panda was so much worse. My AC needs regassing, my chassis is rusting and the turning circle is horrendous. The car is so loud in the motorway, and I've added soundproofing to it. It's a love hate relationship with my car, but it's my car, and I've driven so much worse. I'll be retiring mine this year to my younger brother or 4x4 project (not decided yet), but I'll tell you this: its my second 206, and boy I'm jealous of then Iranian models, in fact I almost bought one and drove it back but lock down happened. However, it's my car, and having a great connection to a car matters and nothing else. Heck, my favourite car is the seicento and they're lacking more than the 206. I've gone on abit so I'll end with 1 notable point about your video... *YOUR VIDEO HAD VOLVO ADS ON EVERY AD BREAK*
Nice comment! Thanks for taking the time! If you think a 206 turning circle is bad... You should try a more modern car!
Interesting that you say you're jealous of the Iranian version of the 206 because from my knowledge those cars are mostly built on horrendously cheap Chinese knock off parts due to the sanctions. In fact almost everyone in Iran were on a hunt for French manufactured 206s from what I remember
Probably paintwork and rear axle are common problem in uk, i live in italy and my 206 from 2003 and around 190k kilometers (120k miles) has no problem in the rear axle, ac works from 2003 super nice and really cool, the paint is perfect, has no peeling at all. BUT i agree with low spec and, as my point of view, i like the rough feeling of the car, with little to no sound dampening from the outside, it makes kinda enjoyable for a ride, but it's all personal, i agree with it. Nice video!
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vw newbeetle, fiat 500, smart, chevrolet matiz, those are really girly cars. 206 is like a normal car a little bit more in touch with its feminine side, but not flat out girly. Most people i see driving it here in athens greece are dudes.
Thanks for your comment 👍 the 206 was Peugeots answer to the other girly cars imo... Just mine maybe haha
@@PiggyPower I think the Europeans are obviously a lot more comfortable in their metrosexuality too. There's a reason most of them in the UK haven't been looked after....
All good points that put me off replacing my 106 with a 206. I would add thick front pillars and short suspension travel. The 203 204 & 205 were known for comfortable suspension, so the 206 suspension was disappointing.
I dont think the 206 was BAD for suspension, the non sporty ones are super comfy... but they compromised... the 203/204 handled so badly! 205 was a bit better... but I dont think PSA did a BAD job considering the 206 weighed a LOT more than the 205...and was far safer too because of it
I am buying my third consecutive 206 next month in sha Allah
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Nearly 2 years ago, I bought a cheap Y reg 206 2.0 HDi GLX. It had some issues that meant it died but my god did that car have charm. I’m tempted to get another. It would need to be either a 2.0 HDi or a GTi for me to do it.
Why did it die?? They are pretty indestructible tbf!
@@PiggyPower There was diesel leaking from the tank and the previous owner lied about getting the cam belt done. You can guess what happened after that lol
@@GECKOZFTW both easy fixes usually... Just pop some new cam followers/rockers and a belt... And they 999/1000 survive fine!
I had a 1.4 verve I paid £550 was a decent car for the most part but I found all about the lift off oversteer which ended with the car hitting a verge at about 30mph still came off a lot better than I thought it would
Hoping you were ok too!
@@PiggyPower Yes I was okay threw the bumpers in the boot and drove home, there a decent little car for all there faults and cheap motoring. Enjoyed watching great video👍
thanks for commenting! Glad you were ok!
8:39 My Peugeot 206 SW (2006, 2L Diesel) has electric rear windows!
Edit: It does also have automatic lights and automatic wipers
Is this in the UK? That spec is super super super rare. Like, never have I ever seen them with all that. The 2.0hdi SW is in itself super rare too!
@@PiggyPower South Africa actually! I love the car so much, it's actually a hand-me-down from my father, because I just started driving. Some of your points didn't apply to my car, but the A/C certainly does act up like you said, and the paint looks horrendous, so I'm definitely getting it resprayed soon. Also the CD player died so I'm replacing it with a Kenwood.
@@redfeather_ Ah that makes more sense 👍👍🐖
'Gear sticks in weird place' where the hell do u want it to be
In a more egonomic place, obviously 🤣
I raced in the 206GTI series with the Track Attack Club. We ran coil-overs on the front with Gaz Golds on the rear and used NS-2R tyres and they weren't too bad. I also raced a 306GTI and should never have sold it. It was a great handling car once it had modified suspension on it with upper and lower chassis braces to the front end. The 138bhp engine is just under-powered though. As a cheap race car, it ticked teh boxes.
Yeah I bet it was a riot! I think it was a massive shame they used the 138bhp engine ... The 180 is far better all round. 306GTi is also better of course in everything haha ...getting another one day?
@@PiggyPower if you want to see a proper race 306gti, look out for Chris Bassett's one. PUg-1-off full race engine, Quaife 05 gearbox, fibreglass boot and bonnet. It wins anythng he races against and he is a good driver. My one needed the f/g boot at the very least and the Pug-i-off 198bhp conversion. I had to give up racing last year after 47 years due to osteoporosis. I now need 2 new knees. If i was still racng, I might get another, but.... Learnt a lot about 306's from your You Tube vids. Loved the humourous style of them. I agree that the 180bhp engined 06 would have been better but it was all about getting out racing as cheaply as possible.
@@chrisfarr2114 yeah I've seen his. Nice unit
My ac works wonderfully in my 206
Awesome 👍😎
I've been on the fence about buying the 2004 206 xs AT. the only problem is parking space is very sparse here, and where I live there's no rentable parking space. parking on street is forbidden.
Well it's quite small so that may help?
I commented on your last video on 10 reasons why you need to buy 206. And I just bought 206 as my very first car. And I don't have issues with the paint work at all. Mine is red just like yours. Also, my AC works pretty well in tropical weather in Indonesia. FYI, the spare parts are quite expensive compared to Japanese cars here.
That's great to hear your paintwork is good, someone obviously looked after it well! Same with the AC 👌🐷 enjoy 👍
@@PiggyPower The major issue of peugeot or any european car in Indonesia is the price of spare part that is expensive and also the selling price that will go down big time. For example, with the same budget to buy 206 2003, it's the same price for Corolla 85' in here. European car has its own little community here LOL
@@mungekscifogw nyari meticnya gk nemu2 di marketplace udh kburu sold out
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Mostly good and fair points. Mine must be a needle in a haystack then. Got fully working AC on mine, there's a recharge sticker from 2 years ago, must have just got too hot in the summer for them then. Would also like to add on last point, everything feels quite cheap and the doors sound like a tin can.
Yup and yup! Keep that AC serviced!
not alot of these cars came with any fancy bits but my 1.6 hdi gti has auto wipers and auto lights
Yeah top of the range ones had a few extras, like the GTi as you say.
As a 206 owner, here is my answer (cannot make it shorter, sorry):
1. Yeah, the paint was probably manufacturer's fault. My engine hood is pealing badly and above front and rear wheels paint is peeling completely to metal. At least it won't rust although the tires threw plenty of salt that is used on road during winter. I have to repaint it almost completely, but I am not sure if the issue will happen again. Worst thing is that I have seen many 206s and I am the only one that faces problems with paint.
2. Well, not all of 206s are ugly, especially facelift models. Mine was ugly when it had older bumper that was used since 1998 (it was even seen on facelift that had no fog lights). Weirdly, mine has plenty of hidden options like an option with electric mirrors and front fog lights. Found an RC front bumper and it looks beautiful. And yeah, SW is ugly as hell.
3. To be honest, I have the AC in my 206. I have just tested it if it works and, surprisingly, it does. Although I never use it. I just open window and issue is solved.
4. My 206 is really comfortable. The only issue is the legroom between the rear and front seats. The space is really small, but at least, both front and rear seats are very comfortable.
5. Well, speaking of driver position, I found nothing bad, probably due to my model that is with LHD. And yeah, don't wear big shoes or you may accidentally press brake and gas at the same moment.
6. Well, my 206 understeer a few times. Surprisingly, it never oversteered, not sure how, but I can sometimes feel one of the rear tires coming off the ground sometimes when I try to avoid a car, yikes 😬. I hope that I don't end bad.
7. Yeah, it is mostly for girls, but even mens like it. To be honest, I like it as well, that's why i bought it.
8. Well, it's true. It was once hit on front right fender, then on a rear right panel underneath the tail light. It was damaged with the previous owner. To be honest, I wouldn't buy it at all, but since I know about the car body repairing and plenty of things, I bought it.
9. I had that issue, the rear right wheel went curvy and was scraping inside. Found the used one from SW, but I felt bad for not keeping the strut bars with it. At least, it's better. Everyone will say that the rear axles are really bad. I can confirm it as well. Repairs here is more expensive than the used rear axle, which is even bad.
10. Well, I have nothing bad here as well. My 206 has auto headlights, AC, 4x airbag (some 206s didn't had passenger airbag and front fog lights. I have a plan to add electric mirrors since I found the installation and will add the cruise control. Hope it ends great.
Thanks for your brilliant reply 👍
@@PiggyPower No problem, mate 😉.
SW looks nice
What’s your general view of Peugeot put together cars ? I have a 2003 Peugeot partner 2000cc but no experience with them.Are they reliable and ok made ?
Yeah, good 👍🐷
I have 206sw made in England (Ryton} and I have not any problem with paint. My is icecoldblue metalic. For me 207sw are ugliest then 206sw. About driver position You are right. You siting on the wrong site of car. The right position for a driver is left :-D (english is funny language).
Haha! Very nice! That metallic blue is the best for keeping good paint. All the SWs are butt ugly tbh!
I bought one, great cars.
Enjoy it 🐖👍
Lacquer peel is due to mistreating imo. I think 206 is really good looking and quite timeless. Check other 18yr old cars. 206 no rust, petrol ohvs abs cinch to look after even with someone with little ability like me. Regularly go to Cornwall in daughters 2005 1.1. 50mpg. Comfort fine except pedal off set..I love old French cars. See how many fiestas and Cora’s there are left that aren’t rotting off their chassis.
Have you watched the other video? 10 reasons to buy one?
@@PiggyPower defo watched all ur vids
I don't have any of the problems that you have said....🤣🤣 mine is a GTI not standard but VERY well looked after a daily driver washed once to twice a week .. shame I can't put some pics on here....😅😅
It does look girly though 🤪😜 and that rear axle will bite you 🤪 and it's still a bit sparce of features even as a GTi.... However... Have you seen the sister video to this one? 🤔👍🐷
@@PiggyPower Yes I have.... I would like to send you some pictures might change your mind mine's a bit more manly... 🤣 I do get what you saying tho...
Does it no longer look like a 206? 🙊🐷🤪
@@PiggyPower it does just better looking..🤣
I own a 206 and it has electric windows front/back also has electric wipers and lights so they do come with it
Yeah they all come with electric wipers and lights. I don't think any come with manual wipers?
@ haha i mean automatic;)
What model/year and country ?
@ 1.6/16v 2004 netherlands 🇳🇱
Ah, non UK model... We didn't get such fancy things here on the 206 ...other than I think MAYBE the GTi180
My wife loves her 22 year old ‘girlie’ 206! Much like yours! And, like your wife’s car, ours is red and peeling, or should that be unapeeling? The actual bodywork is sound, rustwise, but she just looks tired (the car, not my wife!!!).
I agree on the lack of spec, inside. It’s almost like the bigwigs at PooJoe tried to get away with the minimum amount of ‘toys’ possible.
Ours was bought secondhand, from a dealer, only 18 months old and yes, the AirCon was NOT WORKING! That can’t be down to lazy/bad ownership, more like crap manufacturing!
Ours is still a reliable little workhorse though, being a 1.9 diesel, and serves as a useful backup to our gas-guzzling Jeep!
Yes the styling is a bit bland, but it’s typical of those Euroboxes, probably designed using a spreadsheet on a Friday afternoon, just before heading off to the local Bistro!
Awesome comment! Thanks for taking the time to leave it 👍🐷
i owne a 206 sw 2006 my airco works fine cools great
Someone has cared for it!
@@PiggyPower I own a 206 Roland Garros (so it has ALL the potentially problematic electronics possible) 1.6 90hp, from 1999. 222.800km on the clock. Every electric equipment work fine including AC and it hasn't been replaced interestingly enough. Even the clutch is stock, though it's gonna need a replacement soon. It really does depend on how the car was cared for I'd say.
The gearbox though... The MA gearboxes are not great. Mine's synchros are a bit tired, when shifting from 1st to 2nd (or the other way around) it tends to "block" for a second or so. You get used to it though.
My first car was a 206 xsi with the tu5 engine that got handed down to me! It also had both auto wipers and auto headlights and the AC worked 😂 I put all the gti bits on it to make it look a bit better and a new sway bar axle with bilstein b8’s! I loved it for the 2 years I drove it so much so it’s still parked round the back of the house many cars later!
Which country are you in??? I've never come across a 206 in the UK with auto headlights and wipers? 😲🐷
I'm so glad that my AC work
Me too 👍😁🐷😂
@@PiggyPower I have a question: my 206 is a bit restless when idling. What could be the reason? (1.4 petrol engine)
Hahahaha, I feel like the 206 is one of THE best designs of all cars, not only Peugeots 😂 How taste can be different …
What part is the best design?
Enemy of peageut 206, that is who you are
Excuse me? I've had 3. Still have one. 😂
Should i get a 206 or a clio 3
A 206... Not even a difficult decision!
@@PiggyPower okay thanks👍🏼
I think looks-wise they got them pretty good, certainly the best looking car in that design range anyway. I reckon you're on point with most of the rest though but HGF in the TU engine ones is a real turn off which I think could have got an honourable mention.
Best looking car in that range....what we comparing it with? 😃🐷👍
@@PiggyPower the other cars that used that design language so, 207, 307 etc. The cars before that (306, 406, 106) actually used the 205 / 405 design origin.
The '06 range was a total redesign! Especially the 306 which had very little at all in common with the 309. .
So comparing it to the 207/307, I can't agree with I'm afraid. Totally different design/generation.
There was a 5 year overlap with the 106/306 and the 206. Admittedly it did bridge the gap between the '06s and '07s but the 206 had very little in common at all with the 207, other than a couple of engines.
@@PiggyPower I think you need to go back and look at the phase 1 cars dude, if you’re seriously saying you can’t see the design cues from the 205 phase 2 and 405, well … What can I say!
The 406 phase 1 even looks like the 605 which is again, taken from the 205 era cars, the 206 is certainly the genesis of future car design at Peugeot.
If you're talking about exterior cosmetics, yes, 206 was different to the 306/106 for sure. I agree. Most other things though were still very much 06 generation.
Love my 206
I'm glad, see the other video, reasons for buying one!
Was thinking of getting one how is it any good with fuel consumption
Have owned two used 206s since 2011, both 2005 models. Very happy with solid body that still has dedisn appeal.. Consumption around 5.2 L/100km.
Both had to have cylinder head gasket job. I suspect reason being I toppep up with water without antifreeze additive. This could have hastened corrosion of gasket?
Why would you need air conditioning in England?
Because, for instance for the last 3 years, we've had very hot and humid summers.... Plus air conditioning is not, as most assume, for summer only. It takes the moisture out of the interior which dramatically speeds up the anti fogging of the inside of windows and prevents it all together once cleared. (Ideal in rainy damp weathers)
Look forward to when you do a 106 😉
If someone lends me one.... 👍🐷
@@PiggyPower Have you mislaid your crowbar? 🤪 🏃♂ 🚓 👮♂
I have a 206 gti 180 and my god they are unbelievable to drive
Unbelievable... Like... A dream? Or just terrible you can't believe it's that bad ? 😉😜
@PiggyPower nah like good 😭😭
@@TheCODAddict pulling ya leg
any chance anyone knows would peugeot 207 seats fit in a 306 ? even if it is possible to swap rails over ?
Any seats will fit with enough skill, time and money.
One of the best looking cars they made, hence why they sold in the millions. I personally had lots of issues when compared to the 106 but it was a cheap car to start with.
Not sure why your try to compare with a new? Go and drive a different brand of the same age 😂
I'm not comparing it to new cars? 🤔 I don't remember doing so on the video anyway!
They sold in millions as they were super cheap and practical... Obviously looks/style is 100% to do with preference ... I don't think the 206 is worst car ever to look at... For sure... Just not the best styled. Way too frumpy. Like a big blob if melted clay 😂
yo piggy power, you fancy purchasing my 306 estate? 1.9 na, be good for your channel
....you're guna have to convince me why it would be good for the channel 😜😄🙈🐷
@@PiggyPower 🤣 it’s a 306 say no more 😎
I love my Peugeot
I love my Peugeot too ☺️😂🐷
Talking bad about your Mrs' car? You're going to find somewhere else to sleep. Lol.
Not when I've spent 6yrs building a classic mini for her.
I disagree with all your reasons.
😂😂😂 prove me wrong.😜🐷👍
Make a video 107 and 108 :D
If someone supplies me with them for half a day, yup 👍🐷
206 Estate was best looking estate
Should have gone to Specsavers?
Just my opinion. I apologize
Head gaskets... Head gaskets... And head gaskets... Had a 1.4 and 1.6. both died on their headgaskets
They need not die...not a big job...but they are common, defo on the 1.1/.14 👍🐷
@@PiggyPower not worth the €500,- to have done at the garage
For a car worth 1000+ seems ok!?
@@PiggyPower not really. Considering I can get a Daihatsu Cuore/Mira for €500,- and it will chooch forever
TU engine head gasket is non metallic type, hence their life won't last 5 years
11th reason should be the incredibly awful electrical issues they have they have been non stop on my 1.4 16v 206 😂😂
Oh really? We've had a few and never once had electrical issues I have to say. I don't hear of too many with the 206 to be honest unless they've got very wet
@@PiggyPower I just seem to be very unlucky I just get a non stop rev hunt at idle with no fault codes or leaks to be seen 😂
I could fix that 😜🐷
@@PiggyPower have any idea what it could be 😂
@@wesleyparry1027 not without doing a diagnostic. A guess is worse than a bad idea.
Off topic for which I apologise... Have you seen the 306 dimma on ebay... Right up your street😁
One will take a look 🐷👍😃
Entonces cual es el carro perfecto?...cual tenes vos?....te ha falladado el auto que tienes?o es perfecto el que tienes?.......
Eh??
Eh??
perhaps 207 😉
Offer me one up to review 👍👍🐷
@@PiggyPower I live so far away the very very north of Scotland. My 207 gti isn't standard by any means. I think it would give off a biased opinion of the range.
I hate all 207s... so I dont think it would be biased hahaha! Happy fun motoring up there! Scotland is my favourite go to place to chill and relax each winter!
@@PiggyPower interesting you say that 207 is a very good well rounded car in my opinion going for pocket money far superior to a polo of same age
@@gergohicz6136 all the engines had major flaws. This repair bills always seem so expensive. heavy compared to the 206. Not the best build quality. Very big for a small hatch too. Comfy as a daily though I imagine.
honestly u ppl don't know how to make cars look good its actually a really good car at least in Iran. we tune these cars there's like 1000 modes for it in here it isn't a weird car at all u just need a truck sht u look too old for a hatchback better go get a Camry 😂😂 its a car that even a kid can work on! its easy to fix and if you get the parts this car can easily go 300k miles with proper oil change
Did you watch the other video?? I know these cars inside and out and did a fair video on the 10 reasons why you should buy one.
I agree with all 10 reasons. Oh and I once knew a good mechanic that swapped his 306 for a 206, and he was not a girly soy boy type either. I could not understand why he did this, although there was talk of him getting a BMW 1 Series so maybe he just let his wife have the 206 (probably!).
I'd say with both those choices... He was allowing his wife to make the decisions! 🙊
@@PiggyPower 💯 🎯
106 u should
Supply me with one!n
@@PiggyPower I'm in Ireland myself m8 but if I was close to u I'd let you review one of my ones keep up the video's great stuff injoy watching
Thanks! Nice comments make life nicer 🙂👍🐷
your 10 reasons....... not mine....
10 reasons, some of which are mine, some were suggested by fans on Facebook and Instagram... Do you agree with any of them?
Yes your 10 reasons, not mine either
Derrrrrrrpppppppp
Most of your reply comments are very good comments about the 206 speaks for itself that! the only rust you get is if the surface paint is broken by damage you see loads of year 2002 still on the road thay look great if they rusted badly they would not still be on the road the mot tests would fail them! can't say that about a lot of modern cars my 2002 car has no abs but the brakes do the job in that year a lot of cars had no abs I had a 206 1.4 before that it had abs which was better but the 1100 brakes no abs work fine with speed limits the under sealing is very good mine is very good as your reply comments say love this car ! You already said the cars no good what's the point of watching another video of you changing your mind on the car ? but I'll watch it anyway I like a bit of back peddling it's funny lol it's a great car 🚗 you like it or hate it you clearly don't like it millions do 😊
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You have no idea what your talking about there great cars and nothing wrong with the paint work and mines silver still looks like brand new and 22 years old still going strong try looking after your car don't agree at all get yours a service at last a nice looking little car
Have you seen the sister video to this yet? Or seen any other videos on my channel? ... Maybe worth doing so before you judge the Pig. PS silver didn't suffer badly at all actually and was a good lasting paint. Many other did not suffer the same fate.
@@PiggyPower the cars don't rust and ask any machanic like me if maintained there a very good car people knock french cars mostly say the electrics are rubbish but I've always found this car has always been good can't knock the car it's always got me home even when the warning light came on for the odd faulty sensor or fuel injector or whatever which happens to all cars I would have this car any day I've never had a car with such good body work it's only 1100cc and still after 22 years runs like a new one and looks like one underneath it brilliant no rust it's very comfortable ok for boot room I have watched enough of your videos with just that one video thanks anyway
Watch the other video where I give many reasons to own a 206. If you don't, they you're just being close minded. Fyi; they do rust. Look out for it, when you find it, they've often rusted deeper. I've been working on Peugeots now 20yrs. I've seen it all. Hence why I did TWO videos, one FOR and one AGAINST. Watch them both before judging the hard work that goes into these videos.
206 is shite buy 306
See my other videos about the 306!